Energy Efficient Heating - Big Springs, NSW 2650

Heating & Split Systems - Big Springs, NSW 2650

Welcome to the heating guide for Big Springs, situated in postcode 2650. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WAGGA WAGGA (KOORINGAL)) at an elevation of 240 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1871 with the latest data recorded in 1985, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -8.9 degrees C, highlighting the necessity for energy-efficient heating systems. During these colder months (June, Juily and August), we see an average minimum temperature of 3 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 86.3% and 62% at 3 pm for this period. Together this can significantly affect the comfort levels in your home, making a comprehensive heating system essential not just for warmth but also for managing indoor humidity levels. Additionally, with wind gusts reaching up to km/h in Big Springs, a robust HVAC system, including options like energy-efficient electric heaters, gas heating or ducted heating, or a more complex hydronic or ducted heating systems, becomes a valuable investment for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Temperature & Weather in Big Springs

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

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Mean days less than 2°C
Mean days less than 0°C
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
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Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Big Springs

Harrison & Higgins Airconditioning

Harrison & Higgins Airconditioning

2 Rabaul Place, 2650

Stay comfortable all year round with Harrison & Higgins

PalmAir Heating & Cooling Specialists

PalmAir Heating & Cooling Specialists

348 Edward St, 2650

Stay comfortable all year round with PalmAir

Ingold Stuart

Ingold Stuart

15 Dalley Street, 2663

Stay warm, stay cool, with Ingold Stuart

Barr Air Commercial Refrigeration

Barr Air Commercial Refrigeration

4A Norton Street, 2650

Stay comfortable all year round with Barr Air Commercial Refrigeration

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Big Springs
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Big Springs: Wagga Wagga (kooringal) - approx. 9 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Big Springs

SolarWise Wagga Wagga

SolarWise Wagga Wagga

Unit 3/ 23 Nagle Street, 2650

Your power is our passion.

DES Mullins Electrical

DES Mullins Electrical

530 Kooringal Road, 2650

Professional repair, maintenance & installation services.

Hamblin Solar

Hamblin Solar

8/10 Mortimer Place, 2650

Your trusted locally owned & operated solar installers

Transparent Solar Solutions

Transparent Solar Solutions

350 Edward Street, 2650

Transparent Solar Solutions Pty Ltd

Community Heating Statistics - Big Springs, 2650

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Big Springs uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wagga Wagga (kooringal)), which is at an elevation of 240 metres above sea level and started operating in 1871 with the latest data recorded in 1985, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Big Springs’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

46 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Big Springs uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wagga Wagga (kooringal)), which is at an elevation of 240 metres above sea level and started operating in 1871 with the latest data recorded in 1985, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Big Springs will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

83%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Big Springs uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wagga Wagga (kooringal)), which is at an elevation of 240 metres above sea level and started operating in 1871 with the latest data recorded in 1985, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Big Springs’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

20,901

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2650 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2650 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$263 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 273.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2650, due to an energy-efficient 7-star split system for heating compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Big Springs, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

699 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1095kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2650, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated split system for heating when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Big Springs, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

63,313 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2650 each day if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Big Springs, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$15,599 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2650 each day if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Big Springs, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$5,804,843 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2650 each year if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Big Springs, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

16,646 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2650 each year if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 2650 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

237,009 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2650 each year if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

141,253,001 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2650 each year if all 23133 homes used a 7-star efficient split system or heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 2650, which includes Big Springs, has a total 23133 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 19632 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1629 and with 58% homes mortgaged or rented, investing in energy-efficient heating options is even more essential to help reduce running costs and increase long-term financial savings for homeowners or renters.

When considering the demographics of Big Springs and 2650 more broadly, we discover there are 6506 families with children. At the same time, 17.2% of the 61511 population are over 65 years old, while 19351 people also live with long-term health conditions. So eco-friendly and smart heating systems with advanced thermostats are particularly appealing for those more susceptible to the cold, like families with young children, older adults, and residents living with health conditions.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Big Springs

Big Springs, located in NSW, 2650, experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. The average winter weather in Big Springs is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional frost. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 2°C to 8°C, making it essential for residents to have reliable heating systems to stay comfortable.

With the chilly winters in Big Springs, having an efficient heating system is crucial. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split systems are HVAC units that provide both heating and cooling, making them versatile for year-round use. These systems are energy-efficient and can be controlled with a thermostat, allowing residents to maintain their desired temperature easily.

Considering the possibility of using solar power to power the heating unit, Big Springs residents can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in the region. Installing solar panels can help reduce energy costs and make heating more environmentally friendly. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on the best heating options and help residents explore the benefits of using solar power for their heating needs.

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